WW2 Wroclaw tour: Nazi era and siege stories in Old Town

Wroclaw held out longer than Berlin, and the guide tells you why.

A guided walking tour of Wroclaw's Old Town that weaves Nazi-era and World War II history through the city's landmarks. The guide shares stories of the occupation, the Jewish district, and the dramatic 1945 siege of Festung Breslau, when Wroclaw resisted four days after Berlin's surrender. The tour runs two to two and a half hours and departs from Monopol Hotel on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Children from age 6 are welcome.

Step-by-step itinerary

WW2 and Nazi era tour in Wroclaw

• Start tour at Monopol Hotel
• Walk to former New Synagogue and Gestapo building
• Visit Wolności Square to learn Nazi era beginnings
• Explore Jewish district and local heritage stories
• Hear about life under Nazi regime at Main Square
• Learn about German opposition
• Discover education in III Reich and Jewish scientists
• Discuss everyday life during siege and post-war
• Additional story about education in III Reich
• Story about siege and short break
• Visit Sand Island and learn about Edith Stein
• End tour with extra stories

The experience

The tour starts at Monopol Hotel and moves through Old Town on foot, stopping at sites tied to the Nazi occupation and the war. You'll walk past where the New Synagogue stood before its destruction in 1938 and see the former Gestapo building. At Wolności Square, the guide explains how the Nazi era began in Germany. On the Market Square itself, you hear about daily life under the regime and the siege of Festung Breslau: the final months when the city became a fortress and fought on after Berlin fell. A surviving synagogue in the Jewish district anchors stories about local Jewish heritage and the Holocaust.

The guide covers education under the Third Reich, German resistance, and the everyday reality of the siege and its aftermath. Sand Island is the final stop, where you'll learn about Edith Stein and hear more about the siege itself. The whole route is walkable and wheelchair accessible. Public transport runs nearby if you need it.

What’s included

• All fees and taxes.
• a live guide in English throughout the tour.

Options for this experience

2 options

Private OptionGuide in English · No fixed timePrivate tour: this is the private version of this tour. We can begin at a different day, time and place than in the regular option.

Regular Monday, Wednesday and Friday tour on the Third Reich and WW2 in WroclawGuide in English · 13:00

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 13:00

AgesAdult (18 to 65 years) · Senior (66 and older) · Youth (13 to 17 years) · Child (6 to 12 years) · Under 6: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 20

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends at a different place from where it starts.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Wratislavia Tour

Is this one for you?The regular shared tour on set days suits anyone with a free Monday, Wednesday or Friday afternoon who wants a guide's deep knowledge of the city's wartime history. If you prefer a private departure or a different day, the private option lets you choose your own time.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 17 years); Child (6 to 12 years). Under 6: they can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What exactly happened during the siege of Wroclaw in 1945?

The siege lasted from March to May 1945, and Wroclaw held out for four days after Berlin surrendered: making it one of the last German-held cities to fall. The guide shares stories of that resistance and the destruction and survival of the city during those final months.

Where does the tour start and what time do I need to be there?

The tour begins at Monopol Hotel. It runs on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Check your booking confirmation for the exact departure time on your chosen date.

Will I see the Jewish district and learn about the Holocaust?

Yes. The tour includes a stop at a synagogue that survived the war in the heart of the Jewish district, where the guide shares stories of local Jewish heritage and the Holocaust.

Can I do this tour if I use a wheelchair or have mobility concerns?

The tour is wheelchair accessible and suitable for all fitness levels. Public transportation options are available nearby if you need them during the route.